The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06224·Announced 2006-08-03

Toro Snowthrowers Recalled Due to Fuel Tank Fire Hazard

The Toro Company is expanding a recall for specific 2001 and 2002 Snow Commander and CCR snowthrowers because the plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a fire risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

The Toro Company is expanding its recall of approximately 84,000 Snow Commander and CCR single-stage snowthrowers. The recall covers specific 2001 and 2002 models sold at Toro dealers and Home Depot stores nationwide from September 2000 through March 2006. The affected units are identified by specific model and serial number ranges listed in the official recall notice.

The recall is being issued because the plastic fuel tank on these snowthrowers can crack and leak gasoline, which poses a risk of fire and injury. Toro has received 882 additional reports of fuel tanks leaking, but the company states that no fires or injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to determine if their snowthrower is included in the recall. If the unit is affected, the dealer will schedule a time to install a free replacement fuel tank. For more information, consumers can contact Toro at (800) 689-8671 or visit www.toro.com.

The recalled product

Product
Toro Snow Commander and CCR Single Stage Snowthrowers
Manufacturer
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Category
Consumer Product — Snowthrowers
Hazard
Affected units
84,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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